Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aliquot
adjective, noun
/ˈæ.lɪ.kwət/
Definition
A part or portion of a whole, especially a portion that can be evenly divided into the whole.
Examples
- The researcher took an aliquot of the solution for analysis.
- You can divide the cake into aliquot pieces to serve evenly.
Meaning
In mathematics and science, an aliquot refers to a sample of a substance taken from a larger quantity, particularly one that can exactly divide the original quantity without leaving a remainder.
Synonyms
- portion
- part
- sample
- segment
